The Fox Hollow Farm murders were a series of crimes committed by Herb Baumeister in Westfield, Indiana, during the 1980s and 1990s. Baumeister, a wealthy businessman, lured gay men to his 18-acre estate, Fox Hollow Farm, under the pretense of parties and social gatherings. He then murdered them and disposed of their remains on his property.
Perpetrator: Herb Baumeister was identified as the main suspect. Facing mounting evidence and police investigation, Baumeister fled to Canada and ultimately committed suicide in 1996.
Victims: The remains of at least eleven men were discovered on the Fox Hollow Farm property. These victims were primarily gay men who had frequented bars and clubs in the Indianapolis area. The exact number of victims could be higher.
Discovery: The murders came to light due to Baumeister's estranged wife, Juliann, who eventually allowed police to search the property after becoming suspicious of his behavior and the large number of bones her son had found.
Method: While Baumeister never confessed, evidence suggests he likely suffocated his victims, possibly in his swimming pool or in one of the buildings on the property.
Significance: The Fox Hollow Farm murders highlight the vulnerability of the gay community during that period and the societal prejudices that may have hindered earlier investigation. The case remains a dark chapter in Indiana's history.
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